Wednesday, 24 January 2018

indonesian islands , Bintan in Riau Islands and surrounding

1. Blue Lake

Tourist Destination riau islands Blue Lake



Bintan Island is already well-known with many beauties that lies in every corner of this island. And it’s not a full tour at Bintan Island if you don’t visit this magnificent Blue Lake.

This lake is actually not a natural one, but made by the process of sand mining that still operating until today. The reason why the color of the lake is crystal blue is because of the clay at the base of the lake.

Especially when the sky’s clear, you can see the crystal blue water with some white sand at the edge, make it looks like a miniature of a beach with the blue ocean. To get into this site, you only need to pay IDR 5.000 for each person. They also offer some facilitates such as small cottage above the lake, spacious parking lot, and also selling some snacks and beverages. Don’t forget to snap some photos and send it to your friends.

Tourist Destination riau islands Bintan Island

2. Bintan Island

Approximately 1,140sqkm in size, Bintan Island is located 50km southeast of Singapore. The largest island within the stunning Riau Archipelago, the island is well known for its rich historical past as much as its legendary beaches and natural beauty. Situated at the centre of the crucial Indo-China trading route, it has been in the midst of several power struggles throughout history. Bintan Island has a population of roughly 200,000 people, the majority consisting of the Malay, the Bugis, the Chinese and the Orang Laut (Sea People). Bintan Island is one hour behind Singapore time and shares the same time zone as Jakarta, which is +7 hours GMT.

3. Mount Ranai

Tourist Destination riau islands Mount Ranai

that embraces some 2,000 islands in the South China Sea. The province includes, most notably, the Riau archipelago, to the south of Singapore; the Lingga archipelago, off the southeastern coast of the Indonesian province of Riau (east-central Sumatra); and the Natuna, Anambas, and Tambelan island clusters, widely scattered in the waters between western Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula. The most important islands are Batam, Bintan, and Great Karimun (Indonesian: Karimun Besar), all in the Riau archipelago. Tanjungpinang, on Bintan, is the provincial capital. Area 3,167 square miles

4. Lagoi Beach

Tourist Destination riau islands Lagoi Beach

Everyone lives in Riau Islands definitely know this awesome place. Yep, the Lagoi Beach. This spectacular beach is located at Bintan Island, at the northern part. Like the other beaches, you don’t have to pay to get into the beach.

Unless, you get into some part of the beach that under management of some resorts around there. At this beach, you’ll get shocked by the beautiful white sand and crystal blue ocean. It’s a breathtaking view that you must see even just once in your life.

This beach also have restaurants and cafes, some places to hire surfing board, snorkling stuffs, diving stuffs, it’s all there. Or if you need to pull some emergency cash, they also have the ATM center nearby. Believe me, you can compare this beach with other beautiful beaches out there all around the world! Check another breathtaking beaches too: Things to do in Lampung.

5. Tanjung Hutan Hot Spring

Tourist Destination riau islands Tanjung Hutan Hot Spring

After a long walk and deep dive, sure your body needs something warm and cozy. Then, you should go to Tanjung Hutan Hot Spring. In this hot spring, you won’t smell and sulfur scent and the natural surroundings makes it very stress-relieving. With free entry, you can immediately feel the relaxing atmosphere once you get there. But you have to prepare your feet for a quite walk, because the site is quite far from the downtown.

My suggest, you better bring your family and you can do family party with some fresh coconut drinks on your table. Best thing is, the coconut is right from the tree around the site. Just ask nicely at the guards and they will gladly take it for you in no time! Sounds tropical, huh? In advance, please schedule your visit here or you can’t get the best atmosphere they can offer.

6. Trikora Beach

Tourist Destination riau islands Trikora Beach

Trikora beach is a beach located in Malang Rapat village, Gunung Kijang sub-District, or about 45 kilometers to the east of the center of Tanjung Pinang town. For people live in Tanjung Pinang which actually is the capital of Riau Islands must already know this beach. The beach is composed of four sections namely Trikora Beach one, two, three and four. Trikora Beach three is also known as Trikot Beach and is the most visited part by tourists. The beach itself is an asset of Sampoerna Hotel located in the town of Tanjung Pinang.

7. Bawah Island

Tourist Destination riau islands bawah island

The Best Asia’s Top Five Tropical Island Paradise is an award from CNN for this marvelous island. No wonder, the whole thing is this island is completely natural. At the sea, you’re get to say hello to the baby sharks that searching for food every morning. And if you walk to the lagoon nearby, you’ll see hundreds of rays that swimming at the lagoon. It’s a magnificent view that will make you want to stay there a bit longer than your schedule.

This island provides ecotourism concept that surely will make your days here unforgettable. With pretty bungalows, infinity pools, spa, and other facilities to try, this island is worth the award. But to get here, you better check closely at the ferry schedule. Since the trip into this island is not as much as the other island. Hope you can set your holiday in this paradise island! You can visit another paradise islands too at things to do in Karimun Jawa.

8. White Sand Island
Tourist Destination riau islands white sand island

Grounded Island Sand or White Sand Island is one of the tourist attraction of Bintan, a small island with fine white sand and clear blue sea water around it. The island is cool and you shall go if you are holiday to Bintan. Grounded sand is suitable for you to spend the holidays alone, with a friend or girlfriend.

There are so many enchanted activities you can do on the island. You can enjoy your time on the island one day, having free time here, exclamation - call with friends, you can watch the sunset, you can swim with, snorkeling, fishing, bbq or play beach volleyball.

Beautiful beaches and clean blue sea water was good for the photos there.The cost was not too expensive, commensurate with a memorable experience that will you be there. Grounded travel costs to the sand was only IDR 200,000 per person with transportation facilities round-trip of the island, feeding, and snorkeling.

9. Pangkil Island

Tourist Destination riau islands pangkil island

exclusive tropical island resort located off the South Eastern corner of Bintan Island, Indonesia. Pulau Pangkil is a private island paradise within easy reach of Singapore - perfectly suited for family week-ends or reunions, birthday parties, corporate team-building events, weddings and couples looking for a romantic getaway. Its beauty, simplicity and ambiance - together with personalised service and good food have made it extremely popular over the past decade.

10. Treasure Bay

Tourist Destination riau islands treasure bay

Treasure Bay is a 338-hectare waterfront resort city located on the Indonesian island of Bintan. The destination resort integrates wellness, leisure, cultural, residential and commercial real estate supported by infrastructure that adheres to international standards.

The 20-year master plan will be developed in three phases and will offer many first-in-Asia concepts to create new travel and leisure experiences for visitors, and amazing investment opportunities for investors.

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